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L111 KEL

1998 BMW Z3

Silver Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,416 mi
Last recorded35,416 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW Z376,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL111 KEL
MakeBMW
ModelZ3
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2026 35,416 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2025 35,275 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 35,166 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 35,001 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 34,873 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 34,606 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 34,296 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 34,179 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 33,938 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 33,664 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 33,274 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 32,995 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 32,474 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 31,771 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 31,201 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 30,943 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 30,405 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 29,880 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 29,336 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 28,389 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 27,959 miles

How Reliable is the BMW Z3?

Based on 498,063 MOT tests across 26,000 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
2,128
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
26,000
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 17,103
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15,600
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 10,064
position lamp(s) not working 9,305
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 7,992
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L111 KEL is a 1998 BMW Z3 in Silver with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 BMW Z3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 76,857 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW Z3 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 17,103 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L111 KEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Z3 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this BMW Z3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L111 KEL registered?

L111 KEL is a 1998 BMW Z3, first registered on 3 August 1998.

Is L111 KEL safe to buy?

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